2025

The longtime hospitality advocates and leaders will be recognized at the National Travel & Tourism Week Celebration on May 6

Here's how to enjoy some of the Sunshine State's best food right here in Sarasota.

Florida is famous for lots of things—including some incredible food. Whether you want key lime pie, citrus fruits, a Cuban sandwich, stone crabs or another Sunshine State specialty, find it all right here in Sarasota.

Here's a rundown of some of Florida's most famous dishes and where you can savor them in the Sarasota area.

Jennifer Dolgetta joins the local tourism bureau with more than a decade of customer service and hospitality operations experience.

From beach escapes to hidden gems, Jennifer Manzanilla Dolgetta is now a go-to guide as she steps into the role of Visitor Experiences Coordinator at Visit Sarasota County. Dolgetta will oversee the day-to-day operations and programming of the tourism bureau’s three Visitor Centers, promoting Sarasota County’s attractions, events, and amenities through both in-person and mobile visitor experiences. 

Weeklong international event to feature top under-21 croquet players from the United States, Egypt, New Zealand, Spain, England, Australia, the Czech Republic, Germany, Mexico and Latvia

Visit Sarasota County, Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport will host the celebration – and raffle off airline tickets – on May 6

Stimulate your senses and satisfy your appetite in the heartbeat of Siesta Key: The Village.

Named #1 beach in the U.S. and #4 globally by TripAdvisor's 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards, Siesta Key is known for its crystal-quartz (and gorgeous) white-sand beaches and an eclectic, local-casual vibe. 

Explore different venues where you can catch stand-up comedians, plays or improv locally.

Are you ready to LOL (laugh out loud) during Sarasota's vibrant performing arts season? Whether you want to giggle, guffaw or belly laugh, Sarasota has options to tickle your funny bone.